As the year winds down and Bloemfonteiners are getting ready for the holiday season, the magic of this time brings people together in countless ways. Whether it’s decorating the perfect tree, sharing laughter over a meal made with love or embarking on long-awaited
journeys to visit family. Bloemfontein Courant’s Abigail Visagie, reached out to residents from the city who shared their warm wishes and plans for the festive season:
Anndriël Dezné Van Beede said her festive season is starting off blessed as her firstborn son passed and will now be going to grade 5. “God has brought us this far and will definitely bless us in 2025.” Van Beede will be spending the day with her loved ones at home. PHOTOS: SUPPLIEDKesia Kazadi will be spending this Christmas with her family at home. “It’s been a long hard year, full of up’s and down’s and I just wanted to say thank you to all of those family members and friends who have helped me throughout the year,” said Kazadi.Owner of Clean-Eaze Laundry, Bianca du Plessis, said: “Christmas magic is silent. You don’t hear it, you feel it, you know it, and you believe it. Du Plessis and her team will still be operating. “We do laundry so you can rest and relax this festive!” Du Plessis mentioned.Filane Oceans took a moment to tell his friends and family how their love, support, and friendship have been the greatest gifts throughout the year. “I am so grateful for each of you. May this season bring you joy, peace, and countless moments of happiness. Oceans will be working throughout the holiday season.“Losing our dad in 2021 made our first Christmas without him grim. He instilled many Christmas traditions for us from an early childhood, however difficult it may be without him, it makes Christmas even more meaningful to keep that spirit alive. Always remember Christmas and Family go together,” Gino and Joslyn Harmse said.Dino Azevedo and Sue-Ann Gouvea would like to wish all the Bloemfontein Courant readers abundant health, wealth and prosperity. “May this season bring forth unforgettable memories and happiness with those one holds dear,” said the couple. As a medical doctor, Gouvea will be spending her festive season saving lives
